2010 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Atos | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Atos | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
